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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

New Explorer!

 Good morning,

We were busy last weekend.  We've added a new vehicle to our "Used Car Lot" of blue cars in our back yard.    

The new Explorer on the right will soon have the Chiefen license tag in a few days when we receive the title to the new car.   

Our resident Chiefen and I are very happy with the new addition.  We are amazed at how many computers are in that car!  

Happy Spring!

Lois

Monday, May 25, 2026

Memorial Day - United States of America

 Good morning,

I took this picture of the moon while out with the pups late one evening.  

The flag, the moon, and the still of the night remind me of how grateful I am for all those who have kept our country free.  Some of those people were my relatives and friends.

We are the Land of the Free Because of the Brave.

All the very best,

Lois

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Picnic ala Catherine

 Good morning,

It's a picnic weekend as we remember those who so bravely served our country.

Catherine grilled cheeseburgers and... 

 ...brats which we enjoyed in the dining room.  

We hope you are enjoying your weekend wherever you are.

All the best,

Lois

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Pink Peony

 Good morning,

The Pink Peonies are now in bloom!  The pink flowers always bloom after the white flowers which is lovely because we have blossoms for a longer period of time in the Spring.  

The only draw back for Peonies is the weight of the blossom.  It takes only a few rain drops or a brisk wind to blow them over to the ground.  

I planted this particular clump of Pink Peonies more than 30 years ago.  We had a huge Catalpa tree in our front yard.  Beside it I placed a wood bench with a clump of peonies on each side.  The tree has been replaced by a lighted flag pole where we proudly display Old Glory 24/7/365.  And, the bench is now gone, but the peonies continue to return and delight us every year.

Happy Spring!  Hopefully, we will enjoy many, many more.

Lois

Friday, May 22, 2026

Teddy on His Throne

Good morning,

Teddy feels right at home when visiting while his Mommy is out of town.  He has his own chair and considers it his throne where he can rule the household.
 
Such a pretty boy!
 
:),
Lois

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Doggie Tug A War

 Good morning,

Our pups and their friends are just like human children. 

 As many toys as they have, they'll play tug-a-war with only one.

 Teddy and Elsa are very serious about this.

It's all in fun, though.  There is no growling, just tugs that can go on and on.  That poor duckie stuffie!

Happy Spring!

Lois

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Roses from My Honey

 Good morning,

What gorgeous roses from My Honey!  I just love the colors!

Thanks, too, to My Honey's secret shopper, Catherine.

Enjoy,

Lois